Posted on February 28, 2014 | 5:39 PM

ABS-CBN’s number one primetime drama series “Honesto” continues to inspire TV viewers to lead a life of honesty in its last weeks, as the teleserye topbilled by Paulo Avelino, Raikko Mateo, and Cristine Reyes reached its newest all-time high TV rating.

Based on the data from Kantar Media last Monday (February 24), “Honesto” scored its newest all-time high national TV rating of 35.6%, or more than double its rival program, GMA’s “Adarna,” which only got 17.1%. The show conquered social networking sites such as Twitter, where the hashtag #HonestosLastFifteenNights became one of the worldwide trending topics.

Since it started airing in October 2013, “Honesto” has won the hearts of Filipinos with its realistic and timely story on honesty, sincerity, and kindness.

Aside from its inspiring and heartfelt story, “Honesto” has also showcased ABS-CBN’s newest child wonder Raikko who has made a mark on the hearts of viewers, as well as the love team of “Honesto’s” lead characters Diego and Marie, portrayed by Paulo and Cristine, respectively.

How far will Diego, Marie, and Honesto (Raikko) go to stand up for the truth? Will they be able to erase the anger and selfishness in Hugo’s (Joel Torre) heart and finally fix their broken family?

Posted on February 19, 2014 | 5:09 PM

Paulo Avelino’s character in ABS-CBN’s top-rating drama series “Honesto” remains optimistic as he tries to keep his family from falling apart after the death of his mother Lena (Angel Aquino).

Determined to start anew for the Layer family, Diego is now ready to reveal all the crimes committed by his father Hugo (Joel Torre). Will Diego be able to stop his father’s plans to avenge Lena’s death?

What will he do when he finds out that Marie (Cristine Reyes) is still an ally of his dad? Will the revelation about Honesto’s (Raikko Mateo) real identity help him to fulfill his wish to have a complete family?

Don’t miss the last four weeks of “Honesto,” weeknights after “TV Patrol” on ABS-CBN Primetime Bida. For exclusive updates, pictures, and videos, log on to “Honesto’s” official social media accounts Facebook.com/Honesto.TV and Twitter.com/Honesto_TV.

Sana Bukas Pa Ang Kahapon is one of the first offerings of ABS-CBN this 2014. Aside from Bea, the said teleserye will also star Albert Martinez, Paulo Avelino, Susan Roces, Dina Bonnevie, Tonton Gutierrez, Maricar Reyes and Ms. Anita Linda.

Posted on February 5, 2014 | 5:33 PM

ABS-CBN’s top-rating Primetime Bida drama series “Honesto” continues to capture the hearts of more TV viewers as it hit its newest all-time high national TV rating of 35.1%.

Father and son: Diego (Paulo Avelino) and Honesto (Raikko Mateo)

According to the data from Kantar Media last January 30 (Thursday ), the timely drama series that shares the value of honesty and kindness scored almost 20 points higher than its rival program in GMA “Adarna” which only got 15.2%.

Meanwhile, the plot of “Honesto” continues to thicken now that it will soon be revealed that Diego (Paulo Avelino) is the real father of Honesto (Raikko Mateo).

What will Diego do when he finds out that his former girlfriend Fina (Maricar Reyes) is already gone? Will he still be able to stop his father’s evil plans despite Hugo’s (Joel Torre) threat to hurt Honesto?

Don’t miss the continuation of “Honesto,” weeknights after “TV Patrol” on ABS-CBN Primetime Bida. For exclusive updates, pictures, and videos, log on to “Honesto’s” official social media accounts Facebook.com/Honesto.TV and Twitter.com/Honesto_TV.

Posted on January 16, 2014 | 4:54 PM

Cristine Reyes turns selfless in ABS-CBN’s top-rating drama series “Honesto” as her character Marie chooses to have her heart broken just to give inner peace to the man she loves.

Despite the pain she is feeling, Marie decides to let go of her own emotions to help Diego (Paulo Avelino) in finding Fina (Maricar Reyes) and stopping Hugo’s (Joel Torre) evil plans.

Will Marie be able to endure the pain for sake of Diego’s happiness? What will she do when she finds out that Fina is already gone and that Honesto (Raikko Mateo) is Diego’s son? How will a tragic moment change the lives of Honesto and the people around him?

Don’t miss the continuation of the timely drama series that shares the value of honesty and kindness, “Honesto,” weeknights after “TV Patrol” on ABS-CBN Primetime Bida. For exclusive updates, pictures, and videos, log on to “Honesto’s” official social media accounts Facebook.com/Honesto.TV and Twitter.com/Honesto_TV.

Posted on January 9, 2014 | 5:51 PM

Movie queen Bea Alonzo and Paulo Avelino will be paired for the first time in the upcoming ABS-CBN teleserye Sana Bukas Pa Ang Kahapon. This is Bea's comeback project on television after A Beautiful Affair ended early last year.

The project was unveiled in a press conference held earlier. This new ABS-CBN teleserye, which is a collaboration of Rondel Lindayag with director Trina Dayrit, is set to feature Bea Alonzo portraying three different characters.

Bea and Paulo will be joined by an ensemble of actors from different generations which include Albert Martinez, Ronaldo Valdez, Dina Bonnevie, Tonton Gutierrez, Iza Calzado, Michelle Vito and two of of the most respected veteran actors in the country, Ms. Anita Linda and Ms. Susan Roces.

This will be the first time that Bea will be working with the cast, except for Ms. Anita Linda and Ronaldo Valdez who already worked with the actress in the movie The Mistress.

Meanwhile, Sana Bukas Pa Ang Kahapon will be a reunion of sorts to Ms. Susan Roces and Paulo Avelino, who previously worked together in Walang Hanggan, and to Tonton Gutierrez and Dina Bonnevie who were part of Bukas Na Lang Kita Mamahalin.

Produced by Dreamscape Entertainment, Sana Bukas Pa Ang Kahapon is slated to premiere this 2014.

Posted on December 10, 2013 | 5:45 PM

Honesto star Paulo Avelino revealed that his only wish this Christmas is to have quality time with his family, especially his son.

“I miss my family so much. I really wish I could spend more quality time with them,” shared Paulo. “I’ll miss them more this Holiday season because I’ll just be here in Manila to work.”

However, Paulo remains joyful as he will still be in company with his ‘second family.’ “My Christmas will still be a happy one because I will be with my ‘Honesto’ family, especially with my son in the set, Raikko Mateo,” shared the award-winning actor about the cast of ABS-CBN’s top-rating Primetime Bida drama series.

Meanwhile, Paulo shared that TV viewers will surely be more thrilled with the thickening plot of “Honesto” now that his character Diego is starting to remember his past.

How will Diego’s life change when he regains his memory and discovers that Honesto (Raikko) is his son? Will he finally tell the authorities the truth about the crimes committed by his father Hugo (Joel Torre)?

Don’t miss the continuation of the timely drama series that shares the value of honesty and kindness, “Honesto,” weeknights after “TV Patrol” on ABS-CBN Primetime Bida. For exclusive updates, pictures, and videos, log on to “Honesto’s” official social media accounts Facebook.com/Honesto.TV and Twitter.com/Honesto_TV.

Posted on November 30, 2013 | 10:05 AM

Star Cinema and regal Films team up for the 2013 Metro Manila Film Festival entry Pagpag: Siyam na Buhay topbilled by Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla. The horror-adventure movie is inspired by superstitious belief on Philippine wakes and funerals.

The only horror film that will participate in the much-awaited 39th MMFF, Pagpag also stars Paulo Avelino, Shaina Magdayao and Clarence Delgado with the support of Matet De Leon, Dominic Roque, Miles Ocampo, CJ Navato, Michelle Vito, Janus Del Prado, and Marvin Yap. WATCH THE FULL TRAILER

Check out the full trailer of Pagpag: Siyam na Buhay starring Kathryn Bernardo and Daniel Padilla. The movie is an official entry to the 2013 Metro Manila Film Festival opening Christmas Day. Check out the official movie poster here.

Pagpag is inspired by the ancient Filipino tradition that is anchored on the superstitious belief that one should not go directly home after visiting a wake at the risk of bringing home evil spirits.

The film’s subtitle, Siyam Na Buhay represents 9 prevalent Filipino superstitious beliefs that are associated with deaths and funerals and are observed and practiced to this very day by most Filipinos. It is said and widely believed that once broken, sinister deaths representing each of the 9 beliefs shall await anyone who violates and disrespects these ancient practices.

Directed by Frasco Mortiz, Pagpag also stars Paulo Avelino, Shaina Magdayao and Clarence Delgado with the support of Matet De Leon, Dominic Roque, Miles Ocampo, CJ Navato, Michelle Vito, Janus Del Prado, and Marvin Yap. Watch the full trailer below.

Posted on November 20, 2013 | 5:56 PM

Award-winning actress Cristine Reyes is set to add mystery in the thickening plot of ABS-CBN’s top-rating primetime drama series “Honesto.”

In “Honesto,” Cristine will give life to the character of Marie, the mysterious young lady whom Hugo (Joel Torre) hired to take care of his son Diego (Paulo Avelino).

As Marie enters the lives of the Layer’s and Galang’s, witness the changes she is about to bring in the lives of father-and-son, Diego and Honesto (Raikko Mateo). Who is Marie and what is her real connection to the Layer family? Will she be a good and honest friend to Diego or will she be just as evil and greedy as Hugo and Cleto (Nonie Buencamino)?

Don’t miss Marie’s character in the timely drama series that shares the value of honesty and kindness, “Honesto,” weeknights after “TV Patrol” on ABS-CBN Primetime Bida. For exclusive updates, pictures, and videos, log on to “Honesto’s” official social media accounts Facebook.com/Honesto.TV and Twitter.com/Honesto_TV.

Posted on October 11, 2013 | 7:27 PM

In the continuing celebration of 60 years of ABS-CBN, “Maalaala Mo Kaya” will feature the first TV team-up of Angel Locsin and Paulo Avelino in its upcoming heavy drama love story this Saturday (October 12).

Angel will play the role of Mildred, a patient diagnosed with an extreme case of tuberculosis, while Paulo will give life to the character of a nurse named Stuart. How will Mildred and Stuart cure each other’s aching lives? Will love die when a beloved lets go and gives up on a relationship?

Don’t miss the first TV project of Angel and Paulo in Maalaala Mo Kaya” this Saturday, after “Wansapanataym” on ABS-CBN. For more updates, log on to MMK.abs-cbn.com, follow @MMKOfficial on Twitter, and “like” Facebook.com/MMKOfficial.

Posted on September 21, 2013 | 9:19 AM

The brightest Kapamilya stars are set to join ABS-CBN’s advocacy run across five cities in the Philippines and the United States (US) dubbed as “One Run, One Philippines” to support and clamor for the protection of various environmental advocacies this October 6.

To be held simultaneously in Quezon City, Cebu, Davao, Bacolod and Los Angeles (USA), the country’s biggest eco-run has been launched as part of ABS-CBN’s 60th anniversary celebration.

Trivia King Kim Atienza and Primetime Princess Kim Chiu will again lead thousands of runners in the fifth “Run for the Pasig River” at the Quezon City Memorial Circle along with Anne Curtis and Karylle, and model-blogger Erwann Heusaff to support the campaign for cleaner Pasig River and its tributaries.

Maja Salvador, Aaron Villaflor and Bryan Termulo will run in the Davao leg for the benefit of ecotourism projects in Marilog Tourist Center, Davao.

Joem Bascon, Paul Jake Castillo and Bangs Garcia will take part in Bacolod leg, which will raise funds for the mangrove and livelihood projects in Punta Taytay, Sum-ag River rehabilitation, and ecotourism projects in Bacolod City Water District Campuestuhan Watershed.

The Filipino community living abroad will also be united in this move towards better environment as “One Run, One Philippines” will also happen in the US. Hunk actor Jake Cuenca along with The Filipino Channel’s Michi Valeriano, Lee Robin Salazar and Gelo will lead the Los Angeles leg, which will benefit the Green Initiative of Bantay Kalikasan in LA.

Watch out for other celebrities and personalities who will join the event. The registration for the “One Run, One Philippines” is still ongoing until October 5.

To sign-up for the “Run for the Pasig River” (Quezon City leg), go to the booths located at SM Mall of Asia, SM North EDSA, SM North EDSA-The Annex, SM Megamall, SM Manila, SM Fairview, Chris Sports Glorietta, Chris Sports Festival Mall and Fitness & Athletics BGC. For the Cebu leg, register at ABS-CBN Cebu; for the Davao leg, register at ABS-CBN Davao, Abreeza Mall or Holiday Gym and Spa; and for the Bacolod leg, register at ABS-CBN Bacolod. Online registration for the Los Angeles leg is open at https://racewire.com/register.php?id=3348.

Posted on August 17, 2013 | 12:54 PM

Philippines’ no.1 and longest-running musical variety show “ASAP 18” recently made history after its official account @ASAPOFFICIAL reached more than one million followers on Twitter. “ASAP 18” is the only TV show in the country that has the biggest following in the popular social media site worldwide.

In celebration of its newest milestone, “ASAP 18” is set to throw a grand showcase of talent, artistry and surprises this Sunday (August 18) to thank all the TV viewers here and abroad who unfailingly make the show’s world-class segments top trending topics online.

Viewers will be treated with a grand farewell treat by “Huwag Ka Lang Mawawala” lead stars to be led by Pinoy Soap Opera Queen Judy Ann Santos and her co-stars KC Concepcion and Sam Milby. It will be followed by the show-stopping production number of the Comedy Concert Queen Ai Ai delas Alas.

Hearts will surely melt in the romantic serenade prepared by some of today’s hottest leading men Sam, Jericho Rosales, JC de Vera, and Paulo Avelino; and the fun rocking number by the OPM band, Banda Ni Kleggy together with the lead star of the blockbuster movie “Bakit Hindi Ka Crush Ng Crush Mo?” Kim Chiu.

Meanwhile, discover in the special segment of Mr. Pure Energy Gary Valenciano ‘With Love Gary V.’ the endearing story of Youtube sensation Cherry Alejandrino, who is better known now as ‘elevator girl.’

Groove to the beat with the must-watch smash up dance number of Kapamilya leading lady Nikki Gil together with teen stars Julia Barretto, Khalil Ramos, Jane Oineza, Nash Aguas, Jairus Aquino, Francis Magundayao, and Ella Cruz; and the breath-taking Supahdance showcase prepared by Shaina Magdayao, John Prats, and Rayver Cruz.

Also, watch out for the awaited reunion of former Freestyle vocalists Top Suzara and Jinky Vidal together with ASAP Covers Aiza Seguerra, Zia Quizon, Paolo Valenciano, and Yeng Constantino; and the hair-raising musical spectacle of Martin Nievera, ZsaZsa Padilla, Erik Santos, Jed Madela, KZ Tandingan, and the ASAP Sessionistas.

Join the grandest celebration of the whole ASAP Kapamilya in the country’s longest-running, award-winning variety show, “ASAP 18” this Sunday, 12 noon, on ABS-CBN. For updates, photos and to hang out live with the stars at ASAP Chill-Out, visit http://asap.abs-cbn.com/, ‘like’ http://facebook.com/asapofficial, follow @ASAPOFFICIAL on Twitter, and know the latest happenings in “ASAP 18” by tweeting the hashtag #ASAP1inAMillion.

Aside from Coco Martin, previous winners of the said poll were Sam Milby in 2007, Piolo Pascual in 2008, Aljur Abrenica in 2009, and Enchong Dee in 2011. Below is the complete list of the 100 Sexiest Men in the Philippines for 2013.

Posted on July 9, 2013 | 9:26 AM

The Maalaala Mo Kaya episode of Paulo Avelino was the most-watched program last Saturday (July 6). The said episode feautures Paulo as the born mute Apaw and his friendship with Dante played by Joem Bascon.

Meanwhile, MMK (which registered 33.7% TV rating nationwide) was followed by Wansapanataym presents Petrang Paminta starring Julia Barretto, Zaijian Jaranilla and Xyriel Manabat then The Voice of the Philippines in third place.

Here are the Top 10 daytime and primetime programs on July 6, 2013 among Total Philippines (Urban & Rural) households:

Posted on July 5, 2013 | 7:18 PM

Award-winning actor Paulo Avelino returns to “Maalaala Mo Kaya” this Satuday (July 6) after almost two years since his first ever episode in the longest-running drama anthology in Asia.

In his second “MMK” stint, Paulo will portray, for the first time, a born mute character named Apaw, who was maltreated by his relatives. “This one is entirely different from my first ‘MMK,’ which was with KC Concepcion. It’s not a love story, but a touching tale of extraordinary courage and true friendship between my character Apaw and his bestfriend Dante,” explained Paulo, who will be joined in the episode by his “Walang Hanggan” co-actor Joem Bascon, who will play the role of Dante.

“It’s not just a simple story about a handicap person. It’s about the friendship between Apaw and Dante that will make viewers realize the importance of having a real friend who will never leave you amid life’s hardest trials,” Paulo further shared.

Together with Paulo and Joem in the upcoming “MMK” episode are Jewel Mische, Alma Concepcion, Ismael Clavero, John Vincent Servilla, Glenda Garcia, Tom Olivar, Jamila Obispo, Jerome Ventinilla, and Brace Henry Aquiza. It was researched by Alex Martin, written by Benson Logronio, and directed by Raz De La Torre.

Don’t miss the inspiring friendship of Apaw and Dante in “Maalaala Mo Kaya” this Saturday, 7:30pm, after “Wansapanataym” on ABS-CBN. For more updates, log on to www.mmk.abs-cbn.com, follow @MMKOfficial on Twitter, and “like” www.facebook.com/MMKOfficial.

Posted on May 11, 2013 | 2:38 PM

The Filipino Channel (TFC) Middle East drives the annual Independence Day celebrations this year with a parade of the best of homegrown entertainment via Kapamilya Kalayaan Karavan 2013. Kapamilya stars will make the rounds of celebrations in Kuwait, Dubai, Oman and Lebanon in the caravan this June which will be mounted by TFC in partnership with the Filipino community organizations in the Middle East (M.E.).

On June 7, Vhong Navarro and Pokwang will bring their signature music and brand of humor at the Musika at Tawanan 2 at Al Arabi Basketball Stadium, Mansouriya, Kuwait. In partnership with the Alliance of Filipino Organizations in Kuwait (ALLFIL-OK), TFC will bring two of the industry’s biggest names who managed to shift from comedy to other talents with success.

On June 14, Kapamilya hottie Paulo Avelino and Pinoy Dream Academy Grand Winner Yeng Constantino will jam with kapamilyas at the 115th Celebration of Philippine Independence in Dubai. This part of the celebration is made possible by TFC’s partnership with the Filipino Community in Dubai and Northern Emirates (FILCOM D-NE).

Day after on June 15, Paulo will travel to Oman for the Independence Day celebration of the Filipino Community Social Club (FILCOSOC). The heartthrob who became widely known as Nathan in Walang Hanggan is also a singer and will bring with him his own brand of music.

Finally on June 16, Paulo will continue to bring kapamilya fun together with organizer Filipino Workers’ Association in Metn (FILWAM) at the UNESCO Palace in Lebanon. Paulo will serenade candidates of the Ms. Earth FILWAM candidates in this leg.

In all days, TFC will also launch its newest service – TV Everywhere. With the promise, At Home Ka, Anywhere, Filipinos in M.E. will enjoy TFC wherever they may be through various gadgets. TFC will also launch its 60 on 60 Pasasalamat promo and other exciting items from the premier Filipino network in the world.

Every year, TFC and the Filipino community organizations in the M.E. join hands as one family to celebrate the story of our independence and to recognize our heroes both famous and lesser known like hardworking overseas Filipinos. This year’s TFC Kapamilya Kalayaan Karavan 2013 is brought to Filipinos in the Middle East through partnerships with ALLFIL-OK in Kuwait headed by Celerino Umandap; FILCOM D-NE in Dubai headed by Matilyn Bagunu; FILCOSOC in Oman under the leadership of Janette Daang; and the FILWAM, Lebanon under Celso delos Santos.

For more information, contact your nearest Filipino community groups or visit www.facebook.com/TFCMiddleEast

Posted on May 5, 2013 | 9:47 AM

Fans clamor for Angel Locsin's primetime TV comeback and this year, the long wait will be over as the award-winning actress will soon start taping for a new ABS-CBN teleserye.

The said project, with a working title Ang Huling Sayaw will reportedly pair Angel Locsin with Paulo Avelino. Rory Quintos, who also directed Angel in the remake of Korean series Only You, has been tapped to direct the said teleserye.

According to reports, the Angel-Paulo teleserye will be a romance drama. The story has not been finalized yet but names of some cast members have been dropped such as Andi Eigenmann, Rio Locsin and Christopher de Leon.

It has been more than two years since Angel Locsin was last seen in a teleserye. Her last primetime television project was Imortal, the sequel of internationally acclaimed series Lobo (She-Wolf: The Last Sentinel) where she played the character of a she-wolf. Meanwhile, Paulo Avelino came from the success of Walang Hanggan (My Eternal) and Kahit Konting Pagtingin.

Although many wanted to see Angel in an action-drama series, this upcoming teleserye will still excite fans with an ensemble of award winners joining the cast.

Are you excited for Angel Locsin and Paulo Avelino's primetime teleserye?

Posted on April 27, 2013 | 12:18 PM

Kapamilya teen sensation Daniel Padilla leads the most refreshing and colorful summer party this Sunday (April 28) as he receives his double platinum record award for his self-titled debut album in “ASAP 18.”

Aside from Daniel’s special treat, non-stop must-watch performances are in store for “ASAP 18” TV viewers including the romantic serenade of Kapamilya heartthrobs Sam Milby, Paulo Avelino, Xian Lim, and Piolo Pascual; the must-see production number of teleserye lead stars Sunshine Cruz, Lara Quigaman, and Aiko Melendez; and the explosive surprise from “Pilipinas Got Talent 4” finalist Zilent Overload and Symmetry.

“ASAP 18” continues the celebrations with the grand welcome of the Star Magic family for Zia Quizon; and the launch of Richard Poon’s newest album.

Don’t miss the non-stop celebrations in the country’s longest-running, award-winning variety show, “ASAP 18” this Sunday, 12:15 noon, on ABS-CBN. For updates, photos and to hang out live with the stars at ASAP Chill-Out, simply visithttp://asap.abs-cbn.com/, ‘like’ http://facebook.com/asapofficial, follow @ASAPOFFICIAL on Twitter, and know the latest happenings in “ASAP 18” by tweeting the hashtag #ASAPColors.